Table Of Contents; Introduction - Toro Wheel Horse 520xi Operator's Manual

This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
Ce système d'allumage par étincelle de véhicule est
conforme à la norme NMB-002 du Canada.
The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied for
information regarding The U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission
Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance
and warranty.
Keep this engine Owner's Manual with your unit.
Should this engine Owner's Manual become damaged
or illegible, replace immediately. Replacements may be
ordered through the engine manufacturer.
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safe Operating Practices
Toro Riding Mower Safety
Sound Pressure Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sound Power Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vibration Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Slope Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety and Instruction Decals
Check Before Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Opening the Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Closing the Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Side Panels
Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check the Engine Oil Level
Check for Debris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check the Safety Interlock System
Check the Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Think Safety First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Parking Brake
Starting and Stopping the Engine
Operating the Power Take Off (PTO)
The Safety Interlock System
Gauges and Indicator Lights
Driving Forward or Backward
Stopping the Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Cruise Control
Raising and Lowering Attachments
Positioning the Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Positioning the Tilt Steering Wheel
2001 by The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
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Centering the Steering Wheel (Power Steering
Models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Smart Turn Steering Feature
Pushing the Machine by Hand
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommended Maintenance Schedule
Servicing the Air Cleaner
Servicing the Engine Oil
Changing Spark Plugs
Greasing the Tractor
Maintaining the Tire Pressure
Servicing the Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Draining the Fuel Tank
Replacing the Fuel Filter
Servicing the Front Wheel Toe-In
Changing Transaxle Fluid
Cleaning the Power Steering Filter (Power Steering
Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing Headlights
Replacing Taillights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Battery
Cleaning and Storage
Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Toro product.
All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied with
your new product, so feel free to contact your local
Authorized Service Dealer for help with service, genuine
replacement parts, or other information you may require.
Whenever you contact your Authorized Service Dealer or
the factory, always know the model and serial numbers of
your product. These numbers will help the Service Dealer
or Service Representative provide exact information about
your specific product. You will find the model and serial
number plate at the location shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1
1. Model and serial number plate
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